Typhoons and heavy rains are expected from July to October.
Be sure to make preparations before a disaster strikes.
Please check the followings on the Oizumi-machi Comprehensive Disaster Prevention Map.
① Levels of alert（Page 5 & Page 6）
When the alert level reaches 4, it is necessary to evacuate all residents.
② List of evacuation areas (Hinanjo) (Page 25 & Page 26)
In the event of a disaster, people who are in a dangerous place should evacuate to a safe place.
The place to evacuate to is a public facility such as an elementary school or junior high school.
③ Hazard map (Page 27 ~ Page 40)
Check the areas around your home and workplace where water easily flows.
The Oizumi-machi Disaster Prevention Map is linked below.
Preparation in advance in case of a disaster
Emergency bag
Prepare what to take with you when you evacuate.
Take only what you need.
Example：Flashlight, Emergency foods for 2 to 3 days and water for 2 to 3 days, etc.
Stockpiles
When a disaster strikes, water and food may be hard to obtain. Make preparations for living at home or in an evacuation shelter.
Example: one week’s worth of water, pre-packaged food, medicines, etc.
Please confirm information on disasters.
The following link is to the website of the Japan Meteorological Agency.
You can find the latest information on disasters in English.
Japan Meteorological Agency (External Link)
In case of a disaster
- Stay away from rivers and irrigation canals
- If you cannot get out of the house because of water around the house, wait for the rain to subside on the second floor or higher up in the house.